ATTORNEY GENERAL (DEPT OF LAW)

 

SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Job Location:

Address:  15 S 15th Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $80,000-$100,000 

Grade: 27

Closing Date: August 12, 2025

Job Summary:

At the Arizona Attorney General’s Office, we pride ourselves on delivering solutions and services to the citizens of Arizona as the top state law enforcement entity. Join us to make an impact and grow professionally alongside a team of passionate experts.
The Operations Division /Information Services Section is seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to design, implement, and manage complex systems supporting mission-critical operations. In this role, you'll lead efforts to enhance system reliability, scalability, and performance while serving as a key technical advisor within our team.

Why Join Us?
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture that values innovation.
• Hybrid work environment - this position may be eligible for Remote Work two days a week.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Job Duties:

• Microsoft Exchange (on-premise and O365) administration
• Outlook client troubleshooting
• Microsoft Active Directory and PowerShell usage
• Microsoft Server Admin to include HA Clustering (Hyper-V)
• Storage Area Networking (Cisco Fiber Channel)
• Cisco networking and firewall administration
• Manage Commvault Backups (on-premise and cloud)
• Design, develop, and implement advanced system solutions tailored to business needs.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts and provide ongoing maintenance for existing systems.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers while contributing to knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

KNOWLEDGE
Thorough working knowledge of multiple programming languages, multiple database management systems, multiple development platforms, and systems integration.

Specifically, management of Microsoft Active Directory systems, management of an Exchange environment, experience in IP networking to include Cisco management, and proficiency in PowerShell usage.

SKILLS
Strong customer service skills;
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

ABILITIES
Demonstrated ability to balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks;
Ability to work effectively in both independent and team settings and across organizations;
Demonstrated ability to synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly;
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships inside and outside the organization;
Demonstrated ability to develop and write technical documentation;
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and develop in new programming languages, APIs, and platforms;
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and test emerging technologies;
Demonstrated ability to apply creative solutions to business problems to ensure business needs are most effectively met.

Selective Preference(s):

The preferred candidate will have:
• 10 years of hands-on experience managing Microsoft Active Directory systems
• 4 years of hands-on experience managing an Exchange environment
• 4 years of hands-on experience in IP networking to include Cisco management
• Proficiency in PowerShell usage.
Additionally, experience with cloud platforms such as Exchange Online, and Azure; Advanced certifications in security and/or systems administration; Fiber channel storage systems experience; and Commvault backup experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
• Travel is required for this position. A valid Arizona Driver’s License is required, along with consent to have your driving record run periodically.
• All applicants under serious consideration for hire with the Attorney General's Office are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and complete a criminal background c